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Vermilion Co. Coroner ID’s Catlin woman killed in motorcycle accident

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to correct the spelling of Genie Appelman. The original version reflected an incorrect spelling provided by the Vermilion County Coroner’s Office. VERMILION COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — A Catlin woman was killed in a motorcycle accident over the weekend. Jane McFadden, Vermilion County Coroner, said 43-year-old Genie M. Appelman […]

Vermilion County, IL · 17h

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Woman talked off of a bridge by police in Danville

DANVILLE, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Danville Police officers were called to Memorial Bridge, located in the unit block of S. Gilbert Street, after calls to 911 reported a woman standing on or climbing over the bridge railing with concerns she may attempt to jump. When officers arrived, they talked to the...

Danville, IL · 2d
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Hegeler Mansion Tours Bring Residents for a Special Look Inside; More Planned for Danville’s 200th in 2027

It was a busy weekend at the Hegeler Mansion at 1521 North Vermilion, with the Hegeler Foundation and the Vermilion County Museum Society hosting tours in honor of Vermilion County’s 200th anniversary. Heather Urbanski, who works for the Hegeler Foundation to maintain the mansion, said over the weekend that...

Danville, IL · 1d
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UPDATE: 4 juveniles arrested, 3 guns found after incident near Barnes & Noble in Champaign

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department has shared more information about what led to the large police presence near the Barnes and Noble Saturday afternoon. According to a spokesperson for the department, Champaign Police used Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology to find a stolen vehicle. They...

Champaign, IL · 1d
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Still undefeated! Spartans outlasts visiting Rockets in playoff win

The Unity defense held St. Joseph-Ogden to under 40 points again, something only one other team has done this season. Keeping their foot on the gas, the Spartan multi-faceted offense was relentless in moving the ball down the field against their archrivals. St. Joseph-Ogden's Ike Shelato erupts with joy while...

Ogden, IL · 1d

Daily Illini

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CPD arrests four juveniles in stolen vehicle incident

The Champaign Police Department responded to a report of a stolen vehicle Saturday afternoon near the intersection of Marketview and Anthony drives and arrested four suspects, according to an email statement CPD sent to The Daily Illini. CPD used Automated License Plate Reader technology to locate the vehicle, which was...

Champaign, IL · 1d

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Misspelled street sign in Danville fixed

DANVILLE, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - A street sign that was misspelled in Danville has now been fixed. We have all made typos in our lives. But usually that typo is not on display for the whole town to see. Danville residents were quick to speak out after a newly installed street...

Danville, IL · 2d

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St. Joseph to consider expanded restaurant liquor sales, gaming hours

The St. Joseph Village Board will consider an ordinance Nov. 10 that would allow restaurants with Class R liquor licenses to sell alcohol from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. and establish operating hours for their video gaming terminals. The proposed ordinance would amend the village’s liquor-control code for Class R...

St Joseph, IL · 14h

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Brown County takes down Oakwood in the second round of the playoffs

Brown County beat Oakwood 34-7 in the second round of the playoffs. #KHQA #KHQANews #localnews #news #weather #sports #video #quincy #illinois #hannibal #missouri #iowa. KHQA is an Illinois, Missouri and Iowa based station and a CBS and ABC Television affiliate owned by Rincon Broadcasting Group LLC. KHQA signed on the air on September 23, 1953, and broadcasts over 20 hours of locally produced news, weather and sports coverage each week. KHQA’s regional newscasts, “Tri-State Trusted,” are also broadcast in the Kirksville, Missouri/Ottumwa, Iowa market.

Brown County, IL · 1d

Country Herald

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Champaign County, IL: License Plate Cameras Help Catch 4 Juveniles

Automated license plate readers help locate stolen vehicle before crash and four juvenile arrests.

Champaign, IL · 1d

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“Illinois Lost to Purdue… Enough Said”: Fans Push Back on Bret Bielema After Illinois Coach’s Bold SEC Claim

There has been a lot of chatter about SEC teams usually ranking a lot higher than other teams despite having the same record or worse, and Illinois head coach Bret Bielema threw some shade at the conference. After their 24-13 win over Nebraska on Friday, the Fighting Illini head coach noted that with a 6-3 record, his team might have been in the top 15 if Illinois was in the SEC.

Champaign, IL · 1d

WCIA

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Crews respond to flooded streets in Urbana following water main break

URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Crews responded to a large water main break that flooded parts of Urbana Sunday morning. According to Illinois American Water, the water main break happened around the 900 block of South Country Squire Drive. Customers were first notified of the break around 9:20 a.m., Illinois American Water said. Those who live in the impacted area might see a “service interruption” or low water pressure while crews are working.

Urbana, IL · 12h

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Former Rankin man charged with murder of his neighbor due in court again on Dec. 8

DANVILLE — A former Rankin man awaiting trial in the murder of his neighbor remains in the Vermilion County Jail ahead of another court hearing in early December. Johnny L. Gibson, 58, was charged in Vermilion County Circuit Court in October 2025 with three counts of murder and one count each of dismemberment of a body and concealment of a homicidal death. He pleaded not guilty last November.

Vermilion County, IL · 2d

WCIA

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Illinois approves capacity increase at Carle Hospital in Urbana

URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The State of Illinois has approved an increase in capacity at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, according to a Carle spokesperson. In July, Carle proposed an increase of 16 inpatient beds and the addition of a 22-station observational unit totaling a cost of more than $34 million. A Carle spokesperson said […]

Urbana, IL · 1d

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Javari Barnett exits field on cart after leg injury

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - In the middle of the second quarter against Nebraska, Illinois true freshman running back Javari Barnett was taken off the field on a cart after lying on the ground, writhing in pain. Before the cart transported Barnett off the field, the Fighting Illini offensive unit could be...

Champaign, IL · 2d

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Caitlin Clark’s Surprise Appearance Leaves Illinois Freshman Speechless In Hilarious Viral Moment

Quentin Coleman found out Caitlin Clark watched his game live – and completely lost it.

Champaign, IL · 2d

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City of Danville Announces Sidewalk Repairs in 1600 Block of North Gilbert

Danville, November 5, 2026 – The City of Danville is pleased to announce sidewalk repairs in the 1600 Block of North Gilbert Street. Repairs are scheduled to begin at 6:30 AM on Monday, November 9th, and are expected to continue through to the middle of December, depending on weather. During this time, sections of North Gilbert Street will be limited to one lane of traffic and sidewalks on the west side of the 1600 Block will be closed to pedestrian traffic.

Danville, IL · 2d

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Danville’s First Fridays POTTERFEST Once Again Brings Out the Costumes, Family Fun

Downtown Danville’s traditional First Fridays November event, POTTERFEST, was in full swing Friday evening (Nov 6), and this time with an extra twist. Since the first Sunday in November had already passed, the clocks were already turned back, and it was dark from the get go. Danville Community Relations Administrator Rheanna Pierce said everyone certainly noticed, especially with all the great costumes.

Danville, IL · 2d

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Downtown Danville Inc Invites the Community to Put Thought into Action During Small Business Season

Danville, IL —November 6, 2026 — Downtown Danville Inc invites residents, businesses, and community organizations to support local entrepreneurs throughout Small Business Season, November 1 through December 31, 2026. This year’s theme, “It’s the Thought That Counts,” celebrates the care behind local businesses and the ways a thoughtful action can connect them with new customers and opportunities.

Danville, IL · 2d

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Illinois Basketball Recruiting: Lithuanian Big Man Ignas Stombergas Visits Illini

Illinois basketball is continuing to build its international recruiting pipeline, and one of Europe’s most intriguing young frontcourt prospects recently got a firsthand look at what Brad Underwood’s program has to offer. Ignas Stombergas, an 18-year-old Lithuanian big man ranked No. 10 among European prospects, visited Champaign on...

Champaign, IL · 1d